Overview
- Pop Mart UK has temporarily paused in-store and RoboShop sales of Labubu dolls, citing long queues and safety concerns.
- Online sales of Labubu collectibles will continue, with updates on future availability shared via Pop Mart's social channels.
- Labubu, created by artist Kasing Lung in 2015, has surged in popularity due to its blind-box format, celebrity endorsements, and resale value.
- The company has confirmed its first Trafford Centre store will open in summer 2025, further expanding its UK presence.
- Labubu collectibles have become a global phenomenon, with some rare variants reselling for up to five times their original price.